Events

Chemistry Alumni Reunion Symposium 4

8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.:  Scientific/Education Presentations.
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.: Reception and Banquet.
Contact: Randy Miller, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, rmmiller@csuchico.edu.

Center for Ecosystem Research Brown Bag Seminar

Holt Hall, Room 157, Chico State campus, noon.
Contact: Colleen Hatfield, 530-898-4235.
Free.
http://www.csuchico.edu/nsci/cer.

Math Colloquium

Holt Hall, Room 185, Chico State campus. 3:00 p.m.
Free. Contact: Terry Kiser, 530-898-3486.

Biology Department Seminar

Holt Hall, Room 170, Chico State campus. 4:00 p.m.
Free.
Contact: Jeff Bell, 530-898-5356
http://www.csuchico.edu/biol/Omicron/seminar.htm

Center for Ecosystem Research Open House

Holt Hall, Room 157, Chico State campus. Time TBA.
Free.
Contact: Colleen Hatfield, 530-898-4235.
http://www.csuchico.edu/nsci/cer.

Herbarium Exhibit

Herbarium (Holt Hall, Room 129), Chico State campus, time TBA.
Contact: Colleen Hatfield, 530-898-4235.
Free.
http://www.csuchico.edu/biol/herb

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Oktoberfest

Sierra Nevada Hop Field, 1075 East 20^th Street, Chico. 4:00—10:00 p.m.
Tickets available September 1, 2011.
http://www.sierranevada.com/oktoberfest.html

Chico State Women’s and Men’s Soccer vs. UC San Diego

University Soccer Stadium, 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Jake Early Reception and Unveiling of Second Chico Experience Print

Chico Paper Co, 345 Broadway, 5–7:00 p.m.
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
Contact the alumni office to RSVP at 530-898-6472
Meet the artist and see the unveiling of the second Chico Experience Week print.

Yom Kippur Services at the Chabad Jewish Student Center

The Chabad Jewish Student Center, 440 W. 4th St. (corner of Chestnut). Down the street from the Campus -BMU.

Parents and students are welcome to join us for Yom Kippur Services at the Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center located just down the street from the CSU, Chico Campus. Traditional and inspirational services in a warm and friendly atmosphere. No membership or affiliation necessary.

Pre-fast buffet - 5:45 pm
Kol Nidrei Services: 6:15 pm

Reservations are not required (however they are appreciated.)

For more information please visit www.jewishchico.com/yomkippur 
If you have any questions or if there is any way we can be of assistance to you or your child 
please feel free to call us 530-809-1662  or email  info@jewishchico.com

Wishing you a Shana Tova! a happy, healthy sweet new year!
Rabbi Mendy & Chana Zwiebel
Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center

Butte County Watercolor Society's Annual Juried Exhibition Reception

1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway, Chico, 6:00—9:00 p.m.
For more information: 530-343-1973, www.1078gallery.org/exhibitions/2011/10-watercolor.html
info@1078.gallery.org

Chico State Women’s Volleyball vs. Cal State LA

Acker Gym, 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: University Box Office, 530-898-6333

Little Shop of Horrors

Harlen Adams Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: University Box Office, 530-898-6333
Seymour Krelborn loves unusual plants—but when he purchases one with a taste for human blood, he gets more than he bargained for. As Seymour seeks the affection of his lovely co-worker, Audrey, he also battles for control over his increasingly bloodthirsty plant, Audrey II.
www.chicostatetickets.com

Chico Certified Farmers’ Market

2nd & Wall Streets, 7:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Chemistry Alumni Reunion Symposium 4 (CARS 4 – 2011)

8:00 a.m.—noon: Scientific/Education Presentations
Noon:  Barbeque
Contact: Randy Miller, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, rmmiller@csuchico.edu.

Yoga in Alumni Glen

9:00-10:00 a.m., Instructor: Sheena Flores.
Bring your own mat and start your day in our beautiful, newly renovated Alumni Glen.

Chico Celebrates Nurses

Holt Hall, Room 170, Chico State campus,  9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Contact: Carol Huston, 530-898-5891.
$75 (includes lunch and 6 CEU).
http://www.csuchico.edu/nurs.

Yom Kippur Services at the Chabad Jewish Student Center

The Chabad Jewish Student Center, 440 W. 4th St. (corner of Chestnut). Down the street from the Campus -BMU.

Parents and students are welcome to join us for Yom Kippur Services at the Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center located just down the street from the CSU, Chico Campus. Traditional and inspirational services in a warm and friendly atmosphere. No membership or affiliation necessary.

Schedule of events:
Morning Services: 10:00 am
Yizkor : 11:30 am (aprox.)
Mincha: 5:30 pm
Neilah - Closing Service: 6:15 pm
Shofar Blowing & fast ends: 7:19 pm
Break Fast Buffet Dinner: 7:20 pm

Reservations are not required (however they are appreciated.)

For more information please visit www.jewishchico.com/yomkippur 
If you have any questions or if there is any way we can be of assistance to you or your child 
please feel free to call us 530-809-1662  or email  info@jewishchico.com

Wishing you a Shana Tova! a happy, healthy sweet new year!
Rabbi Mendy & Chana Zwiebel
Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center

Campus Arboretum Tour

10:00—11:00 a.m., The Chico State campus is an arboretum with more than 220 species of woody plants. Meet in front of Kendall Hall.

Sierra Oro Farm Trail Passport Weekend

Visit more than 25 Farms and Wineries in Butte County, 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Passports are $25 per person and include a free wine glass and free tasting at all stops on the map. Passport are available online at www.sierraoro.org, at all stops on the Trail; at the Chico, Paradise and Oroville Chambers of Commerce; Bacio Catering and Carryout in Chico; and local Tri Counties Bank locations. All proceeds benefit the Sierra Oro Farm Trail Association to further develop agri-tourism in Butte County.
New additions this year include Bayliss Lavender Farm in Gridley and Hickman Family Vineyards in Bangor.
Contact: Mandy Johnston, info@sierraoro.org or 530-680-4041. http://www.sierraoro.org.

Sustainability Walking Tour of CSU, Chico Campus

2nd Street entrance of Bell Memorial Union, 11:00 a.m.

From solar panels to the compost display area, this tour of the campus will highlight many impressive aspects of Chico State's commitment to sustainability. Join us for a one-hour walking tour and find out how the campus is a living laboratory, providing students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience while moving our campus towards a greener future. Comfortable walking shoes, water bottle, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended. Please RSVP to rdifalco@csuchico.edu.

Chico State Chico State Family Weekend Barbecue

Glenn Hall Lawn, noon – 2:00 p.m. $12 per person. Ticket Update, 10/6: Tickets are now only available by phone order. We will sell out today so call to order at 530-898-6472.

Raku Party & Ice Cream Social

Noon. Presented by All Fired Up, 830 Broadway. We will be having a Raku Party while enjoying the warm weather! We will also have an ice cream social to raise money for a clay recycler to help us go GREENER! For more information please visit www.allfiredupchico.org or call 894-5227. 

Stansbury Home Guided Tours & Carriage Rides

307 W. 5^th Street, Chico, 1:00— 4:00 p.m.
See Ongoing Events for more information.

Chico State Parents Advisory Council Meeting

Selvesters Café-by-the-Creek, 2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.
Contact:  Polly Crabtree at pcrabtree@csuchico.edu.

University Housing Parent Meeting

2:00—3:00 p.m., UHUB, by Sutter Hall

Champagne Art Reception at the Terraces Bistro Gallery

The Terraces Bistro Gallery, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico. 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Introduction to Geoff Fricker, Sr. by Geoff Fricker, Jr.
Contact Kathleen DeLuca for additional information at doschico@westmontliving.com or 530-894-5429.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Oktoberfest

Sierra Nevada Hop Field, 1075 East 20^th Street, Chico.
4:00—10:00 p.m. Tickets available September 1, 2011.
http://www.sierranevada.com/oktoberfest.html.

Chico State Athletics Hall of Fame

Bell Memorial Union, Chico State campus, 5:30 p.m.
By invitation only.

Chico State College of Agriculture Hall of Honor Reception

University Farm at 5:30 p.m. $10
Contact Sarah DeForest, 530-898-3737, sdeforest@csuchico.edu

The College of Agriculture established the Hall of Honor in 1991 to honor individuals, families, and organizations who have significantly impacted the quality and direction of the agricultural programs at California State University, Chico. The reception includes a wine and beer tasting and a silent auction to benefit Superior Ag scholarships.

The Naked Lounge: October Art Reception

7:00 p.m., 118 W. 2nd St. The Naked Lounge Tea & Coffeehouse will hold a reception for October’s exhibit of art from new art by local and touring artists. 

Parade of Lights

3^rd and Salem Streets, Chico. 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Marcie Tevis, mjtevis@csuchico.edu

Chico State Hiestand Alumni Band Concert

Laxson Auditorium, Chico State campus. 7:30 p.m. Free.
Celebrate the Chico Experience and honor the memory of the late Daniel Hiestand with a concert by the Chico State Band and alumni from many years past. Donations accepted to support the Hiestand Scholarship for students in the band. More information: www.schoolofthearts-csuchico.com.
E-mail Royce Tevis, rtevis@csuchico.edu
Marilyn Hiestand, bearbytten@sbcglobal.net

Little Shop of Horrors

Harlan Adams Theatre, Chico State campus. 7:30 p.m.
See Ongoing Events for more information.

Guitar Project with Warren Haskell and Friends

1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway, Chico.
8:00 p.m. $10 general, $5 seniors/students
For more information contact 530-343-1973.

The 2nd Annual Chico Velo Fallflower Century Bike Ride

Manzanita Place, 1705 Manzanita Ave., Chico
500 rider limit; register here.
Chico VELO

Starts and ends at Manzanita Place, 1705 Manzanita Avenue, Chico, CA 95926. Start time between 7–9:00 a.m., check-in is required. The Chico Velo Fallflower Century will showcase some of the most beautiful bike routes in Butte County during an extraordinarily beautiful time of year and includes 100-mile, 75-mile, 50-mile, and 10-mile options. Pre-registration entry fee is $45 which includes light breakfast, rest stops, and dinner. Helmets are mandatory. More information at www.ChicoVelo.org

The H.O.T. Half Marathon & Quarter Marathon

Half Marathon starts at 8:00 a.m.
Quarter Marathon starts at 8:15 a.m.

Run starts and finishes at the Hooker Oak Recreation Area (take Vallombrosa Avenue, turn left on Manzanita; Hooker Oak is on the right.). Terrain includes single track dirt & rock trails as well as gravel & rocky roads. Trail shoes highly recommended.

Fall in for a challenging trail run in historic Bidwell Park, one of the most diverse and pristine parks in America. This 3,618 acre preserve encompasses both sides of Big Chico Creek Canyon. More info here.

2nd Annual Doggie Dash to Benefit Chico PD K-9 Unit

One Mile Recreation Area, Bidwell Park, 8:00 a.m.
2nd Annual Doggie Dash, a benefit for the Chico Police Department K-9 Unit. The event is a 5K run/walk for pets and their human companions. The run will take place in Bidwell Park and is organized and sponsored by Valley Oak Veterinary Center.

All dogs must be on a leash. Runners and walkers without pets are also welcome to participate. There will be prizes for the top 5 dog and partner finishers.

Registration begins September 1st and runs through race day. Registration headquarters is Fleet Feet Sports - 241 Main Street,Chico. Payment can be made by credit card, check or cash. Participants can also register online at www.signmeup.com

Registration Fees and Deadlines:
$25- Early Registration (includes commemorative T-shirt) Sept 1-Sept 25th
$30- Late Registration Sept 26-thru Oct 8th
$35- Race Day registration- Oct 9th

For more information, call 530-891-4818 or email keitha@punchstick.com

Heritage Trails II Paint-Out Day 4: “Matador Masterpieces”

Matador Motel, 1934 Esplanade. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Viewers stroll among the palms as artists depict the Spanish Colonial style of the Matador Motel, site of the new yearly ChiVAA Matador Art Fiesta. Expect music with a Latin beat. For more information call (530) 879-1821.

Sierra Oro Farm Trail Passport Weekend

Visit more than 25 Farms and Wineries in Butte County, 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Passports are $25 per person and include a free wine glass and free tasting at all stops on the map. Passport are available online at www.sierraoro.org, at all stops on the Trail; at the Chico, Paradise and Oroville Chambers of Commerce; Bacio Catering and Carryout in Chico; and local Tri Counties Bank locations. All proceeds benefit the Sierra Oro Farm Trail Association to further develop agri-tourism in Butte County.
New additions this year include Bayliss Lavender Farm in Gridley and Hickman Family Vineyards in Bangor.
Contact: Mandy Johnston, info@sierraoro.org or 530-680-4041. http://www.sierraoro.org.
New additions this year include Bayliss Lavender Farm in Gridley and Hickman Family Vineyards in Bangor.
Contact: Mandy Johnston, info@sierraoro.org or 530-680-4041. http://www/sierraoro.org.

Chico State Women’s and Men and Soccer vs. San Bernardino

University Soccer Stadium, 11:30 a.m.—2:00 p.m.

Butte County Water Color Society’s Annual Juried Exhibition: Juror’s Critique of Exhibit

1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway, Chico. Time TBA.
More information: 530-343-1973, info@1078.gallery.org, or
http://www.1078gallery.org/.

Stansbury Home Guided Tours & Carriage Rides

307 W. 5^th Street, Chico 1:00—4:00 p.m.
See Ongoing Events for more information.

Little Shop of Horrors

Harlen Adams Theatre, 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: University Box Office, 530-898-6333

Greek Week: Blood Drive

BMU Auditorium, noon—7:00 p.m.
Open to the public.

Joanna Dunlap Cowden Memorial Lecture

Marla R. Miller: Betsy Ross—The Life Behind the Legend
Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, Chico State campus, 7:30 p.m.
Free.  For more information: www.schoolofthearts-csuchico.com.

Greek Week: Blood Drive

BMU Auditorium, noon—7:00 p.m.
Open to the public.

30th Annual Lt. Robert Merton Rawlins Merit Scholarship Celebration

Colusa Hall, 4:00—6:00 p.m.
Invitation only. Contact Daria Booth, dbooth3@csuchico.edu

Coming Out For Art (COFA)

RAYRAY Gallery, 530 Broadway. 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. In celebration of National Coming Out Day, Stonewall Alliance Youth (SAY) presents an art show extravaganza. The event includes art, a live DJ, dancing, spoken word, a silent auction, no-host bar, and much more.

Associated Students Fall Academic Fair

Trinity Commons, CSU, Chico. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Fall Academic Fair will showcase the seven colleges of CSU, Chico and their various departments and programs. There will be music provided by KCSC and food served by AS Catering. For additional information contact Nikki MacDougall, AS Director of University Affairs at asunivaffairs@csuchico.edu. 

Museumapolooza Freaky-Style

Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology, Meriam Library, Chico State campus. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free.
Contact: Heather McCafferty or Adrienne Scott, anthromuseum@csuchico.edu or 530-898-5397. http://www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum/

Continuing Education Annual Open House

Colusa Hall & The Creekside Plaza, Chico State campus. 4:00—6:00 p.m.
Free and open to the campus and community.
Contact: Melissa McGowan, mamcgowan@csuchico.edu or 530-898-6105.
http://rce.csuchico.edu/openhouse

Community Legal Information Center (CLIC) Pasta Feed

Riley's Bar & Grill, 702 W. 5th Street, Chico. 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
$5 per person in advance or at the door. 530-898-4354 or clic@csuchico.edu

School of Nursing Open House

Location TBA, 10:00—11:00 a.m.
Free. Contact: Carol Huston, 530-898-5891 or
http://www.csuchico.edu/nurs

School of Nursing Speaker Series—Mohammad Asia, PhD

Holt Hall, Room 359, Chico State campus, 11:00 a.m.—noon.
Contact: Carol Huston, 530-898-5891, or
http://www.csuchico.edu/nurs.

1965-1974 School of Nursing Reunion: Celebrating Travis Air Force Base Nursing Students

Alumni Reunion Luncheon
Colusa Hall, Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Free. Contact: Carol Huston, 530-898-5891 or
Register online here.

Think Pink Healing Art Reception

Enloe Cancer Center, 265 Cohasset Road, Chico
Free. More info: (530) 332-3856 or visit www.enloe.org/events.

Whitewater Business Symposium & Chamber of Commerce Mixer

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., 1075 East Avenue., Chico. 3:00—8:00 p.m.
Join five local business experts for a lively panel discussion, a chance for networking/idea sharing and Q&A! Join us for the Mixer, sponsored by Tri-Counties Bank at 5:30 p.m. Mixer open to all Chamber members regardless of attendance at symposium.

$35 for Chamber Members
$45 for non-Chamber members
Pay online here: http://www.chicochamber.com/category/catalog/events

Third Street Harvest Celebration

We are excited to announce the first of three Third St Events! Oct 13th from 5-8pm we will be having some great bargains, tastings by Italian Guy Catering as well as entertainment up and down the street.

From Mountian Sports to Kirks, Third Street shops in Downtown Chico will be celebrating the beginning of the holiday season!

Check out What's Happening on Third Street for more information!

Book in Common, Panel Discussion

Langdon Engineering Center, Room 302, 6:00—9:00 p.m.
“Unnatural Disasters: 9/11, Hurricane Katrina and the Storm Against Civil Liberties.”
The 2011-2012 Book in Common is Zeitoun by Dave Eggers.  Zeitoun is a nonfiction account that traces the intersection of two of America’s defining moments in the 21^st century: the 9/11 terrorist attacks and their aftermath and Hurricane Katrina. Through a powerful and beautifully written narrative, acclaimed author Dave Eggers takes readers behind the scenes of the flood and devastation of New Orleans to a little known world of counter-terrorism and extra-judicial imprisonment. Join us for a panel discussion that will include Matt Thomas from Political Science, Nik Janos, visiting faculty in Sociology, Tim Sistrunk, from the History Department, and facilitator Bill Loker, who will discuss the aftermath of Katrina as part of the Book in Common.

Chico State Golden Grad Reunion Luncheon

Open to all alumni who graduated 1961 or earlier
Bell Memorial Union, Room 210, 11–1:30 p.m.
Contact: 530-898-6472. 

Need a place to stay while you are in Chico?
Contact the Oxford Suites and ask for the CSU, Chico Alumni
"Golden Grad" rate!
This rate includes a full hot breakfast buffet and
evening reception with 2 free drink tickets!
Oxford Suites
2035 Business Lane, Chico, California 95928
Phone: 530.899.9090, Fax: 530.899.9476
Toll Free: 800.870.7848
http://www.oxfordsuiteschico.com/

Department of Physics Alumni Seminar

Physical Science Building, Room 108, 2:00—2:50 p.m.
Free.
Speaker TBA.
Contact: Chris Gaffney, 530-898-6259.   
http://phys.csuchico.edu

Opening of the Chico State 1961 Time Capsule

Bell Memorial Union, Room 210, 1:00 p.m.
Join the Class of 1961 as they celebrate 50 years and open their class time capsule!
Contact: 530-898-6472, www.csuchico.edu/alumni.

Heritage Trails II: Paint-Out Benefit Show

Avenue 9 Gallery, 180 E. 9th Ave., 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Free.
Enjoy the artworks created during the Sept. 17-Oct. 9 "Save the Mansion" paint-out. Visit with the artists, talk with community supporters about keeping the mansion open, and participate in the fundraising effort to benefit Bidwell Mansion. For more information, call 530-879-1821.

2nd Friday ARTabout Uptown

Various Chico Uptown locations, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Join in the fun this month, focusing on Chico's Uptown art neighborhood. This evening, artists welcome the public to galleries, restaurants, and studios for a free evening of creative experiences. For locations go to www.ChiVAA.org. For more information, please call 530-518-4536.

Alumni Association Chico Chapter 10th Annual Fall Reception

Stansbury House, 307 W. 5^th Street, Chico
5:00—7:00 p.m.
Meet and mingle with Chico State Alumni at this 10^th annual mixer.

Adapted Physical Education (APE) Open House, Games, & BBQ

Yolo Hall Lawn, Chico State campus, 5:00—7:00 p.m.
Open to APE alumni, current students, faculty, program participants, family, and friends.
For more information contact Rebecca Lytle, rlytle@csuchico.edu or 530-898-6373.

Dolores Mitchell: "Chico + 20 Miles" Artist Talk

Avenue 9 Gallery, 180 E. 9th Ave., 5:30 p.m. Free.
Join us for a talk by one of Chico's favorite artists, Dolores Mitchell, who will be featuring her exhibit "Chico + 20 Miles" until October 15.  For more information, call 530-879-1821.

Chico Ragtime & Tin Pan Alley Open Mic

Sierra Sunrise Terrace, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, 6:30 p.m. Free.
Families, students, the curious, and performers join us for an evening of music from the mid-1800's to the 1950's and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era-singing and various instruments. For more information please call 530-894-6854 or email b_lofaso@hotmail.com or RagtimeAndTinPanAlley@hotmail.com.

“El Clásico: More than a Game”

El Rey Theatre, 230 W. 2nd Street. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., show at 8:00 p.m. $5 for general public, $2 for students with ID card.

“El Clásico: More than a Game” is a CSU, Chico documentary directed and shot by students.  This beautiful film was shot on location in Barcelona and Madrid, Spain, and explores Spanish history, culture and regional identity through the intense and world-renowned soccer rivalry between Real Madrid and F.C. Barcelona. 

The film project was initiated and overseen by Chico State alumnus and film-maker Kelly Candaele ("A League of Their Own") and produced by another Chico State alum, Cathy Growdon and co-produced by Celia Brugman.  

For more information please contact Hillary Fay: (530) 228-7091, fayhillary@yahoo.com

Chico State Women's Volleyball vs. Humboldt State

Acker Gym, 7:00 p.m.
Ticket: University Box Office, 530-898-6333

Chico Performances Presents Steven Wright

Laxson Auditorium, Chico State campus. 7:30 p.m.
Standup comic Steven Wright, known for his surrealistic, absurd, and observational humor, is also a talented Academy-award winner and two-time Grammy nominated comic, actor, and entertainer. 
Tickets at the University Box Office, 898-6333. www.chicoperformances.com

Chico Certified Farmers' Market

2nd & Wall Streets, 7:30–1:00 p.m.

Butte Humane Society’s Furry Scurry— Fun Walk & Festival

Children's Playground Park, 202 W. First Street. 7:30 a.m. registration, Fun Walk begins at 9 a.m.

- 1-Mile Walk for the Animals around historic Bidwell Mansion
- Bagel Breakfast with Fruit, Juice & Coffee
- Family-Friendly Live Music with The Phantom Hearts ('50s & '60s Rock/Soul)
- Dog Costume Contest with prizes for Most Creative, Best Dog/Owner Combo, and more!
- Photo and Vendor Booths - check back for a full list soon!
- Games and Activities for Kids and Dogs

The Furry Scurry Fun Walk & Festival is set to be our biggest outdoor event of the year! This family-friendly adventure in downtown Chico combines many features from popular BHS events like the Mutter's Day Stroll and the Chico Canine Carnival - all rolled into one exciting celebration of pets and the people who love them. For more information, contact furryscurry@buttehumane.org or leave a voicemail at 530.343.7917 ext. 107
Register online here.

Heather Schoeppach, class of 2003, has put together a Chico State Alumni team in support of the Furry Scurry. To join the team, visit www.Crowdrise.com/ChicoStateAlumni!

Community Action Volunteers in Education Day of Service in Bidwell Park & American River in Sacramento

Chico
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Come out and support Chico State CAVE students and alumni on Saturday, October 15, 2011 in Chico at 10:00 a.m. on the south side of One-Mile in Bidwell Park. Volunteers will be cleaning-up the area around One-Mile Recreation Center and working their way down the river. The clean-up will end at Alumni Glen around 11:50 a.m. At noon, the Alumni Glen Ribbon Cutting event will begin and lunch will be served at 12:45 p.m. when the program is finished. T-shirts and lunch will be provided free of charge for the volunteers by the Chico State Alumni Association. Remember to wear close-toed shoes and bring water bottles. To For questions about the Bidwell Park clean-up in Chico contact Elisa Trimboli at etrimboli@csuchico.edu or call 530-898-3358. (Suggested parking is the 2nd & Salem lot)
Register online here.

Sacramento
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Support your community and your alma mater! Meet Chico State CAVE students and Chico State alumni for a Day of Service and river clean-up in Sacramento. Cleaning supplies and water provided by the Parkway Foundation.

Stay after the event for a FREE lunch provided by the Chico State Alumni Association. All attendees will receive a free Chico Experience Week T-shirt!

Volunteers to meet at the Watt Ave River Access, located on the south side of the American River off of La Riviera Drive. Drive past the kiosk and meet in the parking area under the Watt Bridge. Parking passes will be provided at the meeting place. Wear closed toe shoes and bring a chair if convenient. Register online here.

Downtown Chico Harvest Sidewalk Sale

Janet Turner Art Show and Sale

Chico Paper Company, 345 Broadway, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Original, pre-owned, framed works by nationally known artist, Janet Turner, will be on sale for one day only in celebration of Artoberfest, exclusively at Chico Paper Company. For more information, call 530-891-0900.

Chico Library Fall Festival

1108 Sherman at 1st Ave., 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
530-891-2762, Chicolibrary.org

Wine Tasting at Gale Vineyards

9345 Stanford Lane, Durham, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. $5 (fee waived with purchase). Gale Vineyards invites you to a wine tasting at their boutique winery in Durham. www.galevineyards.com, 530-891-1264.

Alumni Glen Ribbon Cutting

The Chico State Alumni Association invites you to celebrate the newly renovated Alumni Glen on the Chico State campus.
Program starts at noon, followed by lunch.
No charge, but please RSVP by Monday, October 3 by calling 530-898-6472 or emailing to alumni@csuchico.edu.

Day of the Dead Altar & Maskmaking

Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology, Meriam Library, Chico State campus, noon—4:00 p.m.
Free.
Contact:  Heather McCafferty or Adrienne Scott, anthromuseum@csuchico.edu or 530-898-5397.
http://www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum/

Stansbury Home Guided Tours & Carriage Rides

307 W. 5^th Street, Chico, 1:00—4:00 p.m.
See Ongoing Events for additional information.

Wheel Throwing by Delbert Rupp

Presented by All Fired Up, 830 Broadway. 2:00 p.m. Free.
Well known, local ceramic artist Delbert Rupp will demonstrate his unique method of creating large sculptural pots. For more information, please visit www.allfiredupchico.org or call 530-894-5227.

Chico State Women's Volleyball vs. Sonoma State

Acker Gym. 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: University Box Office, 530-898-6333

NSS Chamber Music Series: The Concertmaster

Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, Chico State campus. 7:30 p.m.
Tickets at the University Box Office, 530-898-6333.
Terrie Baune, concertmaster for the North State Symphony, performs solo violin works with piano accompaniment. More information: http://www. northstatesymphony.org.

Brandon Mayer and the Hidden Powers

Presented by 1078 Gallery, 820 Broadway. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m. Admission TBD. Musicians Brandon Mayer and the Hidden Powers are on tour from Los Angeles. If you would like to learn more about them please visit www.brandonmayer.com or contact the 1078 Gallery, info@1078.gallery.org or call 530-343-1937.

Stansbury Home Guided Tours & Carriage Rides

307 W. 5^th Street, Chico,  1:00—4:00 p.m.
See Ongoing Events for additional information.

Greek Week: Talent Show

BMU Auditorium, 4:00 p.m.
Free, open to the public.

Creekside Cellars Annual Wine and Cheese Fest

Creekside Cellars, 250 Vallombrosa Ave., Suite 500. 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. $45 (includes a Creekside Cellars logo glass and plate)
Plan now to attend our annual Wine and Cheese Fest where you'll spend the afternoon in our charming courtyard enjoying the Fall weather sipping wines from around the world! There will be over 70 wines to try, an artisan cheese table to nibble on and grilled tidbits to enhance the wines.
Plus there will be a raffle of outstanding gifts, wine and tour packages to entice you and all for the benefit of the North State Symphony who will be there to share their history, latest plans and upcoming performances. They will also honor us with the sweet sounds of some of the symphony members playing a little here and there occasionally throughout the afternoon.  To purchase tickets or for more information, call 530-894-7696 or email info@creeksidecellars.com

City of Chico Park Rangers Bicycle Tour of Lower Bidwell Park

1:00-2:30 pm. Start and finish at the One Mile Recreation Area in the parking lot next to the baseball field
Join City of Chico Park Rangers on a bicycle tour of Lower Bidwell Park.  This free, family fun activity is open to all ages and is appropriate for all bicycle types.  On this easy ride, Rangers will make several stops and share history and fun facts about the park and answer questions.  Come and learn about upcoming activities and volunteer opportunities in Bidwell Park.

What to bring: bicycle, helmet, water and sunscreen.
Rain will cancel the event. For more information contact the City of Chico Park Division at 896-7800 or parkinfo@ci.chico.ca.us.